‘”I’m excited to see him back on the field, excited to see our team back on the field today for a few reps just to get them warmed up.”‘
Archives for November 20, 2018
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen in line to start Sunday vs. Jaguars
‘Even still, McDermott admitted to 7ABC after the game that Allen was “close” to being able to play against the Jets. Now with over a week of additional rest, Allen is expected to start — although McDermott did say they would continue to take things “one day at a time” with the rookie quarterback.’
Josh Allen returns to practice fully, likely to start
‘McDermott said he was pleased with the job Matt Barkley did, but was looking forward to the rookie’s return. “At the end of the day, Josh is our starter, and we’re excited to have him back.”’
Josh Allen: 4 Notable Quotes
‘Well, the comfort level obviously in the elbow is getting to where it needs to be, where I want it to be. I know we’re still taking it day by day, but coming out here, I’m going to act like I’m going to be starting on Sunday. I’m excited [and] thankful for the opportunity. Our training staff, Nate Breske, Joe Micca and there are a lot of other names I can mention like Jake (Radlich) and Mackenzie (Marques). They did a fantastic job with me and we’re going to continue with that process as well.’
Allen should be back Sunday
‘Sean McDermott says Allen isn’t fully cleared to play Sunday just yet, but barring any setbacks, he is expected to be the starter when the Jaguars come to town.’
Prodigal Thomp-son back again with Bills
‘”Coming back here was a no-brainer for me,” Thompson said. “I was familiar with the guys. I know how coach likes things done. And Buffalo, man… I’m a Buffalo guy. I’m happy to be back.”‘
Why Josh Allen is confident in return from elbow injury
‘“I definitely think it was (a good decision),” said Allen of sitting out the Jets game. “The difference I feel in the elbow right now compared to two weeks ago, it’s a very big difference. I’m making throws where I don’t have to second guess,” said Allen. “I’m putting the ball where it needs to be. When I’m making this throw there’s no grabbing or pulling in there. It feels comfortable and fluid. Maybe two weeks ago I may have had a couple of throws where I didn’t want to make that throw yet. Now it’s full game and every throw is on the table.”’
Quick Hits: Josh Allen on track to start Sunday
‘“We’re just going to continue to take it one day at a time. We’ll see how he looks today,” said McDermott. “He’s had some good rehab sessions. Our medical staff and our strength and conditioning staff have done a phenomenal job.”’
Bills Today: Deonte Thompson always ‘wanted to be’ in Buffalo
‘“It’s great,” Thompson said. “You have no idea, man. I’m excited. My family’s happy. This is the place that we wanted to be. It just didn’t work out in free agency. But, God doesn’t make any mistakes, so it came back around full circle.”’